New Zealand Standards and earthquakes FAQs
On 14 March 2011 Cabinet agreed to establish a Royal Commission to inquire into Building Failure Caused by the Canterbury Earthquakes. The Commission began its inquiry in May and its final report is due in April 2012.
Canterbury Earthquakes Royal Commission website
These frequently asked questions explain Standards New Zealand's role in developing national Standards.
About the Standards Council and the development of New Zealand Standards
Why were we formed?
Our genesis followed t...more
About New Zealand Standards related to buildings
What is our role in developing building related standards?
There are approximately 650 build...more
About New Zealand Standards related to earthquakes and buildings
Are there New Zealand Standards that relate specifically to earthquakes?
Yes, seismic consid...more
About New Zealand Standards for timber-framed residential buildings
What is the most widely used New Zealand building Standard?
NZS 3604 Timber-framed buildings...more